Creamy Green Beans

Transform your green bean side dish into a show-stopping favorite with this Creamy Green Beans recipe! Featuring tender blanched green beans tossed in a luscious, garlic-infused Parmesan cream sauce, this quick and easy dish is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. The addition of a buttery roux elevates the texture, while optional red chili flakes bring just the right amount of heat for a flavor-packed experience. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with roasted meats, holiday spreads, or a simple crusty bread. Perfectly creamy, irresistibly cheesy, and endlessly comforting—this is the ultimate way to enjoy green beans.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 250 milliliters whole milk (or heavy cream)
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. After a few minutes, drain and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and butter mixture, whisking constantly to combine. Cook for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the milk (or heavy cream) while whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to cook and stir until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Gently toss them in the creamy sauce until they are well coated and warmed through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter for added richness. Toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the creamy green beans to a serving platter and garnish with more grated Parmesan or a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(832.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740.5

Total Fat 52.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 102.4mg	0%
Sodium 1574.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 24.9g	0%

Vitamin D 131.0IU	0%
Calcium 662.4mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1443.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 28.3%